Question
In the space at the left, write true If the statement is true; if the statement Is false, change the Italizized word or phrase to make it true. talse disappointed A. As long as the number of reproducing adults in a population continues to increase, the population as a whole is in a state of density. square B. Naturally occurring bacteria can be used to eat toxic materials and convert them to less harmful substances in a process called reclomation. square C. Corrying copocity is the number of or organisms a given environment can support. square D. Many scientists believe that human production of the chlorofluorocarbons is largely responsible for the ozone hole square E. Acid precipitation is precipitation with a pH less than 5.0.
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A. carrying capacityB. trueC. carrying capacityD. trueE. false
Explanation
## Step 1:The problem presents a series of statements about ecological principles and terminology, and asks us to identify the correct term or fact that corresponds to each one.## Step 2:Let's analyze each statement one by one.### Statement A:The statement says, "Density is the number of organisms a given environment can support." However, this statement is not accurate. Density refers to the number of individuals per unit area or volume. The correct term for the number of organisms a given environment can support is "carrying capacity".### Statement B:The statement says, "Bioremediation is the process by which living organisms, such as bacteria, help to remove or detoxify pollutants from the environment." This statement is correct. Bioremediation is indeed a process where living organisms, including bacteria, are used to remove or detoxify pollutants from the environment.### Statement C:The statement says, "Carrying copocity is the number of organisms a given environment can support." This statement is not accurate. The term "copocity" is not a recognized term in ecology. The correct term for the number of organisms a given environment can support is "carrying capacity".### Statement D:The statement says, "Many scientists believe that human production of chlorofluorocarbons is largely responsible for the ozone." This statement is correct. Many scientists do indeed believe that human production of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) has contributed significantly to the depletion of the ozone layer.### Statement E:The statement says, "Acid precipitation is precipitation with a pH less than 5.0." This statement is not accurate. Rain with a pH less than 5.6 is generally considered acidic, but significant damage to ecosystems and structures can occur with a pH less than 5.